The Inspired Intermedia digital book collection
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193 TOP LEFT: John Duval, Gilles Nicault, and Kent Waliser admire syrah from Bacchus grown for Sequel at Long Shadows Vintners. Photograph by Richaed Duval RIGHT Ranch Manager Andres Palencia admiring the results of hard work in the vineyard, looking forward to harvest and another great vintage. Photograph by Richaed Duval BOTTOM LEFT: Ranch Manger Miguel Rodriguez reflects on selecting which winery his crew will harvest grapes for among the many wineries that source from Weinbau. Photograph by Kent Waliser further refined the running of the vineyards to reflect changing market conditions. Sagemoor customers represent the largest of Washington State wineries, as well as boutique operations. Many of the winemaking clients actively participate in viticulture decision-making within their preferred blocks to reach their own flavor-profile goals. Precision farming techniques such as vigor mapping, soil profiling, variety selection, row orientation, and selected harvest techniques are used to manage yields, balance canopy with crop load, optimize sun exposure, and ensure consistent quality fruit. The variance in soil, climate, and sunlight across the five vineyards gives Sagemoor the ability to coax a range of characteristics from the grapes: from elegant to powerful, with soft or muscular tannins, from dried herbs and spice, to a spectrum of fruit characteristics. As pioneers of Cabernet Sauvignon in Washington State, Sagemoor has Cabernet grapes at every